Reply to "As I prepare for the eventual Lionel Base 3 … updated 3/31, again 5/18"

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Just tacking on here…

The absolute best NiMH batteries I’ve ever bought are the Panasonic low discharge Eneloop batteries. I bought a Tenergy replacement pack for my Roomba and that thing runs better than the brand new with the original battery, and the Roomba is almost 10 years old.

The absolute best NiCd and NiMH battery charger I’ve ever used/bought is the LaCrosse BC1000 https://www.lacrossetechnology.com/products/bc1000

It’s since been discontinued (like all of the best stuff) but there are several other brands that make a similar charger that are available on Amazon.

I also own the Opus BT-C2400 and the Tenergy TN456. These are very similar and both do a pretty good job.

Features I look for from chargers… adjustable charging rates, discharge/charge refresh modes, and a readout to see how much capacity the battery still has. This helps to weed out the bad apples.

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